June 10, 2024 NHE Community Newsletter

Message from Admin Team

Dear NHE community,

Happy last full week of school! Can you believe it? There are only five full days left in the school year, and as we prepare to wrap up the year, we have a jam-packed schedule of exciting events ahead. From an exciting field trip to our school field day to an evening concert and school graduations, there's so much to celebrate and cherish together. Let's make this week one to remember as we bid farewell to another incredible school year!

Speaking of end-of-year, please remember the last day of school is June 18th, and that it will be an early release day. Students will be dismissed at 10:00 a.m. on this day, so if you have any questions, we encourage you to reach out to your child's teacher or the front office. Also, please don't forget to report an absence should your child be out on June 18th.

Thank you again for the strong partnership, and we hope you have a great evening!

NHE Amin Team

 

Teaching & Learning

We know that students make meaning and grow in their understanding when they interact with content in ways that are personal and meaningful. In one 3rd grade classroom students created dioramas to help represent a scene from the book, Dash, that they read about World War II. They selected a scene from the book that was especially significant and then they worked together or by themselves to showcase that scene in a box using clay, popsicle sticks, and other craft materials. Dr. Macias, Mrs. Hook, and I were invited to the classroom to hear students speak with enthusiasm and detail about the scene they represented and why it was important. They were confident speakers, answered questions, and provided details from the book to support their reasoning and thoughts. It was great to see the joy this project inspired and the depth of understanding.

 

Reminder!

Lost & Found - Please remind your student(s) to check the lost and found for any items that have not made it home. The last day of school is approaching very quickly and anything that is left after dismissal June 18th will be donated. Parents/Guardians are welcome to come check out the Lost & Found once you check-in at Lobby Guard in the main office. Thank you!

 

Nurse's Corner

To my beloved NHES staff, I have been reassigned to Bellevue High school for the fall of 24-25 school year. Although this is very sad, I am happy to announce that you will have two nurses next year! Many of you know Trish Ignacio, as she was a parent here at NHES and will be serving as your primary nurse next year. She will be supported by Janelle Phillips, who worked at our school last year during her intern positions with WSU.

They are both highly qualified pediatric nurses and will be an asset to NHES next year. Hoping that our paths will meet again one day :)

-Nurse Sarah

 

City of Bellevue School Pool

The City of Bellevue is seeking travel data on how students travel to and from school. Please help by completing this short, five-question survey for each school-aged child. The survey has been extended through Friday, June 21. This annual survey helps the city’s Bellevue SchoolPool program evaluate strategies for alleviating drop-off and pickup congestion at schools.

 

PTA Field Day

Contact Info:

• Field Day Chair, Kevin Chen: kevinchen882@gmail.com
• PTA President Caity Cummings: nhe.dolphin.president@gmail.com

Field Day is quickly approaching. Here are the details:

• Who: For all NHE Students, Staff and Parents
• When: June 14th
• Where: Back Turf Field and Covered Area - SIGN IN will be between the playground areas. No need to go into office and sign in.
• Time: 12:00 pm - 2:00pm

1st - The Bellevue Fire Department is scheduled to come and “spray” the kids with water. If you think your child will be participating in this fun activity, please send an extra set of clothing to school with them and possibly a towel.

2nd - We will be passing out Otter Pops! Ingredients are listed below-- Please let your child's teacher know if they CANNOT have an item.

80 ct/1 oz - Original Ice Pops
Ingredients Water, high fructose corn syrup, contains 2% or less of the following: apple and pear juice from concentrate, citric acid, natural and artificial flavors, sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate (preservatives), red 40, yellow 5, yellow 6, blue 1.

 

Boys & Girls Club - last day is June 14th!

Reminder: The last day is Friday, June 14th! If your student(s) attend you will need to have alternate plans for June 17 & June 18. Thank you!

 

PTA Parent Survey

In an effort to continue supporting our littlest Dolphins, please fill out our year end survey and provide your feedback on the PTA events & programs that took place this year. Thank you!

PTA Parent Survey

 

Coming up Dates and Events

6/11: Kindergarten to Kids Quest Children's Museum/9:30-12:30

6/12: 5th grade Graduation/8:15am

6/13: Band Orchestra Concert/6:30pm

6/14: Field Day/12-2pm

6/18: Last Day of School/8-10am (for students)